Minnewaska Area Schools seventh through ninth grade students had the opportunity last week to experience Career Day. The event featured 14 in-house speakers from area businesses and included three tours of facilities within the county. Students were bussed to Midwest Machinery John Deere, Massman Automation and Reichmann Farms. Presentations were given by Cutting Edge Tech,… Read More

Sheriff’s Office to honor fallen deputy one year after tragic loss The Pope County Sheriff’s Office, along with local law enforcement agencies, will be placing a wreath on the front steps of the Pope County Courthouse on April 15, 2024, at 9:00 a.m. in remembrance of Deputy Josh Owen.   The public is encourage to join… Read More

The annual Day of Faith was held on Wednesday at Central Square and is a day for local students to come together to “set the stage for inspiration, growth and connections” that spans across generational and denominational lines.  “This was the second year of stepping into this adventure together and it was an amazing and seamless… Read More

In a strategic move aimed at uniting communities across a broader region, the Pope County and Douglas County Relay for Life events recently announces its transformation into the “Best of the MNWest” Relay for Life.  The name change reflects the relay’s expanded territory that now invites Pope, Stevens, Swift, Western Stearns, Todd, Morrison, Douglas, Grant, Traverse,… Read More

Glacial Ridge Health System transitioned to a new Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system four months ago, requiring patients to get a new patient portal. As stated in the December announcement, the previous patient portal, MyCareCorner, is no longer supported, so GRHS had to change to a new system.  Access to MyCareCorner Ends April 30, 2024 Those who… Read More

•Nominations will be accepted until April 8 The Glenwood Lakes Area Welcome Center, in partnership with the Glenwood Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce, will celebrate the community, volunteers, youth and our local businesses at this year’s awards luncheon set for May 16 at  Area residents can help by nominating worthy candidates for this year’s “Community Service… Read More

These classes are offered for youth and adults who have not taken a firearms safety class. You must be at least 11 years old to take the classes. Ages 14 years and above may take the online class and do the virtual field day which does not require attending this class. Receiving this safety certification… Read More

Students of differing grade levels will be working on May 1 and May 2. “We are excited to extend to you an invitation to participate in the upcoming 6th Annual Day of Caring hosted by Minnewaska Area Schools (MAS), it announced in a letter from Supt. Chip Rankin to area residents.  “This event, a cherished tradition… Read More

Owners have ended the Starbuck DQ franchise, but will be opening an independent hometown ice cream shop at the same site, it was announced on a FaceBook post last week. “We’re proud to introduce you to Shirley’s Treats & Eats, the post from new owners Nathan and Carrie Brecht stated. “Nathan and I will be taking… Read More

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has expanded the area subject to open burning restrictions of vegetative debris, as warm and dry weather spreads throughout the state. This kind of burning is the number one cause of wildfires in Minnesota and burning restrictions help reduce wildfire risk. Additional counties in which burning restrictions apply are: Kittson,… Read More